Commercial Roofing Glossary

At Charter Roofing & Waterproofing, we beleive in the idea that the best customer is a knowledgeable customer.  In following with that idea we are always seeking ways to provide information and tools to our clients.  We have developed a glossary of important roofing system and building management related terminology for you.  If you have any suggestions of useful terms that we may have overlooked, contact us with your suggestion.

 

Building Envelope

The Building envelope are designed to separate the controlled indoor environment from the outdoor environment. The building envelope consists of walls, roofing system, windows, basement, and any other structural component that provides protection and or isolation from the outdoor environment.